Job title : Regulatory Affairs Specialist - Africa
Job Location : Gauteng, Johannesburg
Deadline : November 16, 2025
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This role is part of Alcon's Quality & Regulatory Affairs function, a team that ensures our products are in compliance with global, local, and internal regulations and meet the strictest standards of quality as we help people see brilliantly. The Regulatory Affairs Specialist is primarily responsible for ensuring product compliance with regulations, and maintaining product registrations. You will build effective relationships with internal collaborators and regulatory authorities to support strategic decisions and compliance for the Africa Region while you are based in Midrand. Your daily responsibilities will include :
Perform specialized tasks and conduct independent research within the Regulatory Affairs Strategy team to optimize outcomes and contribute to project goalsCoordinate product submissions, renewals, and updates by liaising with plants, agents, and authorities to ensure timely submissions and approvalsOversee promotional material approval for Alcon portfolio, ensuring ethical conduct and compliance with laws, codes, and regulationsDevelop regulatory strategies for new product introductions and product changes, maintaining regulatory compliance to drive competitive advantageSupport products in the medical device and / or pharmaceutical family, ensuring adherence to relevant regulationsAdhere to Good Practice (GxP) regulations by following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), maintaining accurate documentation, ensuring quality control, and completing required trainingMeet individual job requirements and contribute to the organization's overall compliance and continuous improvement in operationsWE ARE SEEKING :
Bachelor's degree in health sciencesMinimum 3-5 years of experience in a international Pharma / Medical device companyFluent English. Written and spoken.Demonstrated ability to lead and work effectively with multiple stakeholders – internal and external and excellent communication Adherence to timelines for key regulatory submissions.Ability to support the business by communicating effectively, managing issues proactively, resolving conflicts and mitigating risksStrong writing and detail-oriented skills in the form of high-quality regulatory submission documentsNice to have experience in Veeva, SAHPHRA submission platformsNice to have experience in Regulatory submissions in export marketsHOW YOU CAN THRIVE AT ALCON :
Comprehensive benefits packageTraining and continuous development; Be part of a high performing ophthalmology company with a lot of opportunities to further develop your professional career.International exposureOpen, friendly and collaborative culture; Work in a challenging environment with an outstanding team that will supportto achieve goals and performance.Administrative / Management jobs